Maldives, Dec 01st: Atmosphere Core, a leading hospitality brand in South Asia with bold expansion plans across Asia and Europe, has announced the appointment of new General Managers to lead three of its acclaimed resorts within COLOURS OF OBLU and Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts. These strategic appointments come as the company deepens its focus on operational synergy, brand consistency, and guest experience innovation — key drivers of success in the evolving luxury and lifestyle travel landscape.
At the Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts brand, Mr Mario Stanic takes the helm at RAAYA by Atmosphere, and Mr Maurice Van Den Bosch moves to lead VARU by Atmosphere. Under COLOURS OF OBLU, Mr Brett Craig Castleman joins as General Manager of OBLU SELECT Sangeli.
Mr Mario Stanic takes the helm as General Manager at RAAYA by Atmosphere. Shaped by an Australian upbringing and education, Mario has spent over three decades honing his craft across leading luxury resorts around the world, from the Maldives and the Indian Ocean to Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Renowned for his ability to reimagine guest journeys, he champions creativity, innovation, and emotional connection in hospitality. Mario’s leadership style blends operational discipline with empathy, empowering his teams to deliver experiences that surprise and delight. “True hospitality is about emotion. It’s the feeling guests take home. My aim is to craft moments that resonate, driven by teamwork and genuine care,” says Mario Stanic.
Born in Australia, Mr Maurice Van Den Bosch joins VARU by Atmosphere as General Manager, bringing an inspiring leadership style shaped by the country’s easy-going spirit and innovative drive. With over 25 years of international hospitality experience across the Maldives, Sri Lanka, and the Caribbean, he is known for turning strategy into measurable success and consistently motivating multicultural teams to deliver exceptional results. Within Atmosphere Core, Maurice is a respected leader who previously served at Atmosphere Kanifushi and RAAYA by Atmosphere. “Varu has a unique rhythm. It’s vibrant and full of soul. My goal is to lead with energy and collaboration, ensuring guests feel that joy in every interaction”, says Maurice Van Den Bosch.
Mr Brett Craig Castleman joins OBLU SELECT Sangeli as General Manager, bringing over 27 years of global hospitality experience. A true citizen of the world, he blends his South African warmth and intuitive leadership with deep operational insight honed across luxury resorts in Africa, the Indian Ocean, and the Caribbean. Known for his collaborative and empowering management style, Brett believes in creating heartfelt experiences that connect people and place. “Great hospitality begins with genuine connection. When a team feels valued, guests feel it too. My vision is to nurture that shared passion every single day”, says Brett Castleman.
Commenting on these key appointments, Mr. Ashwin Handa, Chief Operating Officer Atmosphere Core, said, “Leadership agility and strong operational alignment are vital to our continued success. Mario, Maurice and Brett bring not only extensive international experience but also a deep commitment to our philosophy of heartfelt hospitality. Their leadership will strengthen our collective mission to deliver the Joy of Giving, creating exceptional guest experiences and empowering our teams to thrive”.